Director of Finance

Full Salary Range: $161,900 – $234,800 annually 

Anticipated Hiring Range: $161,900 - $198,350 annually

Why do I see two salary ranges?

The City of Greeley in compliance with Colorado state law, includes a salary range for all positions posted.  This law is intended to improve wage transparency.  The City of Greeley, in support of wage transparency posts both the full salary range for each position (what you might anticipate your earnings could be if you work for the City of Greeley for some time), as well as the anticipated hiring range (the range within which the City anticipates making an offer).  The actual offer extended will be based on your years of relevant experience, education, certifications and potentially other factors.  

City of Greeley's Total Rewards

The City of Greeley is proud to offer a robust benefits package in addition to your wages.  This package includes health and wellness, retirement savings, discounted access to Greeley facilities and more. 

Benefits: This position is benefits eligible. Please view our benefits guide here.

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Job Summary

The City Finance Director is an executive-level position responsible for the strategic oversight and daily management of the City's financial operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the Finance Director ensures financial integrity, operational efficiency, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. This role oversees key financial functions including accounting, payroll, financial reporting, accounts receivable, accounts payable, treasury and investment management, grant administration, revenue and sales tax collections, and adherence to financial requirements under the City Code. The Finance Director also plays a lead role in coordinating the annual external audit.

Experience, Education, and Skills

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Public Administration, or a related field required.

• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in governmental or municipal finance, including supervisory experience.

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job,

AND

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in a related field or CPA and/or CPFO designation is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of governmental accounting principles, including GAAP and GASB standards.

• Demonstrated experience coordinating external audits and working with independent auditors.

• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage and develop high-performing teams.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

• Proficiency in financial systems and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ERP systems is a plus.

• Ability to interpret and apply municipal finance laws, ordinances, and policies.

• Comfortable presenting complex financial information to non-financial audiences, including elected officials and the public.

Travel

Category A-Standard Local Travel: This position requires occasional local travel within the County. Employees may be expected to walk or drive short distances to attend meetings, trainings, or perform work at other city buildings or partner sites. 

Essential Functions

• Oversees all core financial operations, including general accounting, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and financial reporting.

• Directs the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP, GASB, and other applicable standards.

• Manages cash flow, investment portfolios, and banking relationships to safeguard public funds and optimize financial returns.

• Coordinates the annual external audit process, including audit schedule preparation, communication with auditors, and resolution of findings.

• Ensures compliance, administration, and reporting of all grant-funded programs and activities.

• Supervises the collection, accounting, and reporting of City revenues (e.g., sales tax, service fees) in accordance with City Code and applicable laws.

• Develops, implements, and enforces financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure fiscal responsibility and operational efficiency.

• Supports the CFO in developing and monitoring the department’s annual operating budget.

• Provides financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to guide executive decision-making and long-term strategic planning.

• Leads, supervises, and mentors staff across all Finance functions to build capacity and ensure high performance.

• Ensures compliance with municipal finance laws, City ordinances, and public sector financial management best practices.

• Assists the CFO with debt issuance, financial planning, and capital investment strategies.

• Serves as a financial liaison to City departments, external agencies, and the public.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Organize and delegate assignments to team members; 

• Hiring, training, motivating and coaching employees; 

• Evaluate employee performance and goal setting; 

• Hold employees accountable for assigned task and goals; 

• Provide timely and constructive feedback and training opportunities; 

• Provide training opportunities with a focus on employee development; 

• Resolve conflicts and complaints; 

• Analyzing information and processes and develop more effective or efficient processes; 

• Establishing and achieving business and financial objectives; 

• Ensure compliance with safety procedures

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Work Environment

• Typical office environment, with late evenings and numerous meetings.

• Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.

• Ability to stand occasionally.

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds occasionally.

• Ability to apply close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

• Ability to read computer keyboards, reference books, and other written documents.

• Ability to communicate with the public via telephone and in person.

• Manual dexterity sufficient to input, retrieve, and verify work assignments in the computer.

EOE Statement: The City of Greeley provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ADA Statement: We are committed to an inclusive and barrier-free search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting.  Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at:[email protected].

Conditions of Employment: Candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment screenings and employment eligibility verification. Pre-employment screenings include a drug test, a background and national sex offender search, a motor vehicle record search, and for some positions, a physical demands evaluation. For more information about City policies and practices during the recruitment process, including but not limited to EOE, Reasonable Accommodation, and pre-employment screenings, please visit our career page HERE.